<p>I just took the SAT for the first time but did not reach my expectation. I got 600 CR, 710 Writing, 760 Math. Then I decided to retake the SAT in May. and my goal is to reach 2200+, or probably 2300. So I am just worried that if I get 2200+ the next time , does the first time still affect much to my admissions to the colleges? Because the difference between these two may be approximate to 200 scores!</p>
<p>What grade are you in?</p>
<p>the 11th, and I am going to take the second time in May</p>
<p>No, most, if not all, colleges take your highest. Some schools (like the UCs) require all SAT 1 tests and don’t superscore, but they still consider your highest. As a matter of fact, I can’t think of any university that *doesn’t *take your highest.</p>
<p>@zchristinay, I am in the exact same situation as you 
except our scores are a little different. I think schools will not look down on those scores because they’re really good for a first try! If you can improve you will be at no disadvantage! Good luck!</p>